Since 1935, generations of area families have looked forward to June and the multitude of activities that are part of the annual Lake Odessa Fair. This year the fair is set to begin June 26 and run through June 30 at the Lake Odessa Fairgrounds.

The midway with rides, carnival games and food, along with a beer barn, will open at 5 p.m. Wednesday. The parade that officially kicks off the five-day event will begin at 6 p.m.

A full schedule is lined up for Thursday through Sunday, including exhibits and livestock competitions by 4-H members, who will show off their horses, cows, sheep and goats; dodge ball, volleyball, washer toss, corn hole and euchre tournaments; merchandise vendors and musical entertainment.

The ever-popular Lake Odessa Fire Department Pig Roast will take place from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday.